Claremont

Tucked away on the calm waters of Freshwater Bay in Claremont, Mrs Herbert’s Park is a gorgeous, pirate-themed Playground that feels like a true hidden gem. Set alongside the historic Claremont Museum (which was originally Mrs Herbert’s school), this riverside spot is perfect for families looking for a mix of adventure play, nature, and a relaxing picnic by the water. The sand-based Playground is centred around an impressive pirate ship that immediately captures kids’ imaginations. The ship is packed with different climbing elements, including rope nets, steps and a slide, offering plenty of opportunities for children to scramble, balance and Read more…

Claremont Aquatic Centre is a family-oriented outdoor facility located at 12 Davies Road, Claremont. The center features naturally heated pools through an eco-friendly geothermal system maintaining comfortable 28°C water temperature year-round. Facilities include: 50-metre pool (8 lanes, depth 1.05m-1.8m) 25-metre pool (7 lanes, depth 0.95m-1m) Dive pool (depth 1.8m-3.8m) Interactive water playground with splash pad 1000L mega bucket, water jets and misters Weekend pool inflatables (November-March) Free BBQ and picnic areas Café Swimming merchandise shop Family changerooms Accessible facilities including pool hoist and aquatic wheelchair Buggybuddys Review Claremont Aquatic Centre, Claremont   Read more…

Located in the Bay View Community Centre, Claremont Library offers a welcoming space for families with a variety of free, engaging weekly programs for children of all ages. From early literacy sessions for babies to creative activities for school-aged children, the library provides a nurturing environment for learning and fun. Regular Weekly Activities (During School Terms) Early Years Programs Baby Rhyme Time For babies 0-18 months and their parents/carers Mondays, 9:30am – 10:30am Features rhymes, songs, and early literacy development Free sessions Story Time Perfect for children and their caregivers Tuesdays, 9:30am – 10:30am Celebrates the bond between children and Read more…

Nestled in a leafy corner by Lake Claremont is a lovely naturally shaded playground. Lake Claremont Playground is a good mix of nature play and traditional playground equipment. The playground base is sand surrounded by grass and wood chips. There are no shade sails, but most of the equipment is naturally shaded by the large surrounding trees. There are stepping stones, logs and ropes to climb on, some with wooden platforms or balancing logs connecting different parts of the playground. At one end, there is a small slide and two swings, and a cute wooden cubby house with a pipe Read more…

Was on the way to Claremont Quarter when we stumbled across a fantastic playground just a stone’s throw away from CQ. Rowe Park consists of, a playground, separate sand pit area, lush greenery, benches, basketball court, tennis courts, drinks fountain and plenty of shade. There is also BBQ pits and picnic tables in the near future. The playground features 2 slides, drums, rocking frog, see-saw, spider-web climbing ropes, wobbly bridge, swings, rock climbing, monkey bars, tic-tac-toe and a huge sandpit. It is definitely one for all ages. Lots of parking can be found just adjacent to the playground.    Spiderweb climbing Read more…